Translations
Modern
I have told you these things so that My joy may be in you and your joy may be complete.
Traditional
These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.
Literal
These things I have spoken to you so that My joy may be in you and your joy may be full.
Latin
Hæc locutus sum vobis: ut gaudium meum in vobis sit, et gaudium vestrum impleatur.
Original
Greek
English
I have told you these things so that My joy may be in you and your joy may be complete.
Notes
Jesus prepared his disciples for his departure, instructing them to remain in close fellowship with him. The image of a grapevine illustrates both intimacy and fruitfulness. To sustain genuine spiritual life in the world, believers must remain intimately connected to Christ.
Theme notes and profiles
“Belief” in the Gospel of John Christian Joy Jesus’ Final Night Our Advocate Remaining in Christ
Events
Glossary
Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Biblical Concept of Law First Letter of John Jesus Christ John, Gospel of Love Vines, Vineyard
Topics
Celebration Commandments: Precepts of Jesus--Explicitly Stated, or Implied in Didactic Discourse Jesus, the Christ: Love of Joy of Saints, Made Full by Abiding in Christ Righteous: Unity of, with Christ